Every parent has heard the question “Can you do this? Can you do that? Why can’t you do everything?” Imagine if you had superpowers. You could cook dinner, help with homework, clean the house, and play with your child all at the same time. No exhaustion, no stress, just endless energy. But would that really be the best thing for kids?
Let’s explore what life would be like if parents were superhuman and what children truly need from their caregivers.
The Fantasy of Superhuman Parenting
What if you had super speed to clean the entire house in seconds? Or super strength to carry every grocery bag in one trip? Maybe even mind-reading abilities to understand exactly what your child is thinking.
You could solve every problem instantly. No waiting, no mistakes, no struggles. Sounds perfect, right? But parenting isn’t just about doing it all. It’s about connection, learning, and growing together.
What Kids Actually Need from Parents
Children may dream of a parent who can do everything at once, but deep down, what they truly need is:
- Kids want your presence, not just physical presence, but emotional availability.
- They need patience, teaching them how to navigate challenges, even when things take time.
- They need love and reassurance, knowing that no matter what, they are loved unconditionally.
Superhuman abilities wouldn’t replace these essential parts of parenting. In fact, they might take away the most valuable lessons kids learn from everyday experiences.
Superhuman Strength vs. Superhuman Love
At the end of the day, kids don’t need a superhero parent. They need a parent who listens, supports, and loves them flaws and all. So next time you feel overwhelmed, remember that being a real, loving, and present parent is more powerful than any superpower. And that’s what truly makes you a hero in your child’s eyes.
The Power of Imperfect Parenting
Imperfection teaches kids resilience, problem-solving, and empathy. When they see you handle challenges, they learn to do the same.
- When dinner burns, they learn flexibility
- When you’re running late, they learn patience.
- When you make a mistake, they learn that nobody is perfect and that’s okay.
Superhuman parents might seem ideal, but human parents give kids the lessons they need to navigate life.
Read A Story About Child Wishing Their Parent Had Eight Arms
In I Wish My Mommy Was an Octopus by Erin Shular, a child imagines life with a multitasking, eight-armed mom. Wouldn’t that make life easier? More hugs, more attention, more everything! But as the story unfolds, the child realizes that love isn’t about doing it all, it’s about being there.
Order your copy and share this cute and touching story with your little one!
